Woman's Body Found In Wappinger Creek

WAPPINGER, NY — The New York State Police responded to a 911 call for a body found in a Wappinger Creek tributary stream Wednesday. The body of a woman was found partially submerged.

The woman is believed to have been about 5’ 3” tall and between the ages of 16 and 25. Her weight prior to her death was believed to be roughly 89 pounds. She was found wearing white jeans, a pink t-shirt, a black button up sweater, and black and purple Merrell sneakers.

The stream was accessible from Maloney Road in the town of Wappinger near the Lagrange town line, police said.

The forensic examination and autopsy are still ongoing.

If anyone has any information regarding this incident or information that may lead to the identification of the victim they are asked to please contact Troop K Headquarters at (845) 677-7300. All calls can be kept confidential.

The State Police were assisted on scene by the New Hackensack Fire Department and the Dutchess County Medical Examiner’s Office.

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